专业
A specific field of study that a student chooses to specialize in at a college or university; also refers to being professional in a field.
Examples
3 of 5我的专业是计算机科学。
My major is computer science.
他是一个非常专业的翻译人员。
He is a very professional translator.
选择一个合适的专业对未来就业很重要。
Choosing a suitable major is important for future employment.
Word Family
Memory Tip
'专' means focused/specialized, '业' means business/study. Focused study.
Quick Quiz
小明对法律很感兴趣，所以他大学选了法律___。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 专业
Examples
我的专业是计算机科学。
everydayMy major is computer science.
他是一个非常专业的翻译人员。
businessHe is a very professional translator.
选择一个合适的专业对未来就业很重要。
academicChoosing a suitable major is important for future employment.
这个领域的专业知识非常复杂。
formalThe professional knowledge in this field is very complex.
虽然他是业余的，但他画得很专业。
informalAlthough he is an amateur, he paints professionally.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
热门专业
popular major
专业对口
matching one's major (in a job)
由于专业原因
due to professional reasons
Often Confused With
学科 refers to a branch of learning (e.g., Science); 专业 is the specific major a student picks (e.g., Biology).
Usage Notes
Can be used as a noun (major) or an adjective (professional).
Common Mistakes
Learners often forget that '专业' also means 'professional' in terms of quality, not just education.
Memory Tip
'专' means focused/specialized, '业' means business/study. Focused study.
Word Origin
From '专' (specialized) and '业' (occupation/study).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
小明对法律很感兴趣，所以他大学选了法律___。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 专业
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录取
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出勤
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重修
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教授
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硕士
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本科
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包括
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例如
B1For example; for instance. Used to introduce illustrative examples that support a general statement.
校对
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